Faculty of Commerce

Waterfall School of Business Skills Certificate: Human Resource Management

This IIE-endorsed certificate familiarises you with the principles of HR, and equips you with the skills you need to perform the essential functions of HR Management.



Studying this course may be a good option if:

  • You are currently working in HR, and you want to improve, enhance, or update your skills.
  • You are employed in a different role, and you want to make a career transition to HR.
  • You have just completed Matric, and you are considering a career in HR.

Duration of Study

8 - 12 Months

Fact Sheet

Course code:

CER4016-14


Accreditation status:

This is a non-credit-bearing Short Learning Programme endorsed by The Independent Institute of Education (IIE).


Course duration:

8 -12 months


Entry requirements:

None


Topics covered:

  • The Foundation and Challenges of Human Resource Management
  • Managing Diversity and Regulatory Challenges
  • Strategic HR Planning and Research
  • Job Design and Job Analysis
  • Recruitment and Selection
  • Employee Onboarding, Motivation and Retention
  • Internal Staffing and Career Management Issues
  • Performance Management and Appraisal
  • Training and Development
  • Managing Compensation and Benefits
  • Health and Safety
  • The Union-Management Relationship, Employee Discipline and Dismissal
  • Competency-based HR Management / Human Resource Management and Leadership


Assessments:

  • Students are required to complete 2 assignments.
  • There are no exams for this course.


Type of certificate awarded:

Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded a Waterfall School of Business Skills Certificate: Human Resource Management from Waterfall School of Business.